Energy Efficiency & Conservation

Inefficient use of energy leads to higher costs, environmental damage and supply issues.
Improving the efficiency with which energy is used to provide economic services meets the dual objectives
of promoting sustainable development and of making the economy competitive.

A number of
government agencies in India have recognized the importance of Energy Conservation and
Efficiency improvements. This is reflected in a number of government publications, plans, policies
and legislations as well as in the institutional set-ups. The extent of importance attached to Energy
Conservation is reflected in promulgation of a separate Act – “Energy Conservation Act-2001”, which
was specifically enacted to promote Energy Conservation.

The New & Renewable Energy Department has been promoting the Energy Efficiency and
Conservation in Madhya Pradesh through Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd., a State Nodal Agency. Further details may be reached at http://mprenewable.nic.in/